Enjoy a nutritious breakfast without having to give up on your love for a tall stack of homemade pancakes! These Flourless Protein Pancakes are made in the blender, are full of protein, and are made without refined grains or refined sugar. Make them for breakfast, lunch, dinner – because breakfast food is the best food!
Did everyone make it through the polar vortex?! I hope it’s warming up where you are! We’re up to a whole -15 degrees this morning, so we’re starting to warm up (yes, that is warm, compared to the -50 windchills from yesterday). You better believe we stayed inside all day! There may or may not have been a few stacks of pancakes consumed, along with some of this Broccoli Cheddar Soup + No Knead Bread. The perfect food for a cold winter day!
It didn’t hurt that the pancakes are made on the healthier side – and even Grant thought they were pretty darn good considering that they aren’t “real” pancakes – his words. I still count that as a healthy-eating win. Especially when you top these with some greek yogurt and fruit – gives an extra boost of protein and keeps the sugar low!
Or, you know, you can totally drench them in butter and maple syrup. That is completely acceptable too. And delicious. So, let’s walk through how to make these!
How to Make Protein Pancakes:
First, we’re going to blend up our oats – skipping this step is not recommended – whole oats have a weird texture in the finished pancakes and it’s just not the best.
Next, add in the other ingredients.
And blend away! It’s as easy as that – one bowl (well, it’s not a bowl but you get the idea).
Tips for Cooking Perfect Pancakes:
I HIGHLY recommend using a griddle to cook your pancakes. It cooks more evenly and you can make more at once, reducing the time between making the batter and eating the pancakes. Heh. This is the griddle we use
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Pour the batter onto your griddle or pan using a 1/4 cup measuring cup. Pancakes are ready to flip when they’ve puffed up a bit and have some bubbles on top! You can also lift the edge of the pancake with your flipper – if it’s golden brown on bottom, time to flip it!
If your pancakes are getting too dark or starting to burn, turn the heat down a bit. If you have a hard time flipping pancakes, again, this is where a griddle comes in handy! You can also spray your flipper with cooking spray, and use a second flipper or silicone spatula (also sprayed) to help scoot the pancake all the way onto the flipper, to get a cleaner flip.
If you’re still in a pancake mood after eating these, try my Zucchini Bread Pancakes or Fluffy Pumpkin Pancakes! They’re both so stinkin’ delicious.
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Flourless Protein Pancakes
Ingredients
- 1 cups oats use certified GF if needed
- 1 ripe banana
- 2 tbsp real maple syrup
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup egg whites
- 3 tbsp protein powder
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 3/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 2 tbsp flax meal (ground flaxseed)
- 2 tbsp vital wheat gluten optional - adds a little thickness to the pancakes, and a little extra protein, but totally not necessary!
Instructions
- Make the batter: Add the oats to a blender and pulse until you have sort of a fine flour - congratulations, you just made homemade oat flour!Next, add the rest of the ingredients, and pulse until just combined. (I recommend stirring/scraping down to the bottom of the blender because some of my oat flour was hiding down there and hadn't gotten mixed in. After you stir that bit up, give it another few pulses to mix it in.)
- Cook your pancakes: I HIGHLY recommend using a griddle - you can cook more at once and they cook much more evenly. Regardless, heat your pan or griddle to medium high heat and spray with cooking spray. Use a generous 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake. Pour batter onto heated pan and flip pancakes once they are puffy with some bubbles on top (you can lift the edge of the pancake with your flipper too - if it's golden brown, flip it!). Cook for a minute or two more on the other side. If your pancakes are starting to burn, turn the heat down a bit.
- Serve + Store: Enjoy warm with butter + syrup, or greek yogurt and fruit to add even more protein and keep the sugar low!Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
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Chelsea says
I made this with 3 tablespoons dry egg replacer and 3/4 cup water because I’m a vegan. I also added the vital wheat gluten that she recommended. The batter was way too thick so I added 1 cup of soy milk, and it was perfect. What a delicious, and protein packed recipe!!! Thank you!
Stephanie Simmons says
So glad you liked this recipe, Chelsea! And thanks for sharing those modifications – it’s always helpful for me and other readers to see that. 🙂
Krista Price says
These photos are absolutely incredible! I actually have all of the ingredients for this recipe on hand. Breakfast for dinner? HECK YES!
Lathiya says
Wow, these flourless pancakes looks amazing way to start the day…I loved that it is ‘One bowl’. I love such easy recipes
Mimi says
As nutritious as pancakes can get! These flourless protein pancakes look so good I can’t wait to try them this weekend – yum!
April says
I think I am in love with meals that can be easily served for breakfast, lunch and dinner. They save so much time and are so versatile. Fantastic pancakes recipe!
Kelly Anthony says
I’m always looking for a new way to get my kids to eat more protein for breakfast and this a great way to do just that. This recipe is the perfect way to start any day.
Maman de sara says
Yes for healthy pancakes! This recipe should be in my to do list, thanks for sharing!
Jacqueline Debono says
These pancakes are mouth watering! I love that they are flourless and full of protein! Breakfast couldn’t be better!
Jayashree says
Loved these pancakes, they are so healthy and filling. Nice clicks.
Cheese Curd In Paradise says
These looks delicious and what a great option for someone looking for a boost in the morning! I know extra protein in the morning is always a great way for me to get energy for my day.
Anna Hettick says
I have been looking for a protein-packed pancake recipe! I want to make a bunch up for a quick breakfast for my kids that won’t leave them hungry a couple hours later.
Linda says
I love starting my day with a stack of these pancakes, especially since you add oats. Yay to healthy pancakes!
Gloria says
These look and sound delicious. I would even love these for “breakfast for dinner” one night during the week. I will have to give them a try next sleepover weekend with the grandkids.
Amanda says
I’m always down for a healthier pancake! The fluffy texture looks perfect. This is motivation to get out of bed and make a good breakfast! ?
Stine Mari says
Okay, these look fantastic! I’d love to make these right now. Definitely the right kind of food for that polar vortex you guys had. How crazy was that! I can’t even imagine how cold it is.
Danielle Wolter says
what gorgeous photos!! these pancakes sound incredible. perfect for a weekend brunch 🙂